Speech Pathologist , per diem

UR Medicine Thompson Health•Canandaigua, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Thompson Health has a culture of empowerment where interdisciplinary teams collaborate to improve care. Employee suggestions and ideas are welcomed, and the organization understands the importance of the patient experience, with three executives having an RN background. The role focuses on CARES values: Commitment, Action, Respect, Excellence, and Service. The Speech Pathologist evaluates, determines/coordinates treatment plans, and provides Speech/Language services in accordance with professional standards and regulatory requirements. Services are delivered across various settings including acute care, short-term rehab, long-term care, and outpatient. The position actively supports the Health System's mission and collaborates with other services to meet customer needs.

Requirements

Current NYS Licensure in Speech Pathology required
Ongoing accredited continuing education as required by NYS licensure or certification required
CPR Certification within 3 months of employment required
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence required
Masters in Speech/ Language Pathology from accredited institution required.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 2-3 years experience as a Speech Language Pathologist in acute care, sub-acute and/or skilled nursing facility preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluates, determines/coordinates treatment plan, and provides Speech / Language services in accordance with standards of ASHA and The Speech Language Pathology Practice Act, NYS Department of Health, and Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospitals.
Effectively delivers the activities of designated discipline that include acute care, short-term rehab, long term care and outpatient.
Actively supports the mission, goals, and objectives of the Health System through their activities.
Collaborates with other services within and outside the Health System to meet and exceed the needs and expectations of our Customers.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret each patient's requirements relative to age specific needs and to the care needed.